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About Surviving The First 24 Hours In Texas County Jail

From 'Jail', Season 5, Episode 2: Step inside the walls of the Jefferson County Jail in Texas, where half a dozen agencies process prisoners 24/7. From an elderly "barbecue master" arrested for a half-joint on Easter to a pair of brothers locked up for a violent rage-fueled brawl over a broken TV, witness the raw human stories of the booking room. See the "fast life" catch up to inmates like Andrew, who faces 10 felony counts after selling tree leaves to undercover cops. This is the unvarnished reality of the American justice system. WONDER is packed with binge worthy reality documentaries for hours of entertainment. Check out our hub of diverse and empowering stories which explore the extreme side of life!

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Title
Surviving The First 24 Hours In Texas County Jail
Category
Society
Runtime
20 minutes
Language
English
Publisher
Wonder

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